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Sister Jacqueline Leiter, OSB took these photos of

Sister Jacqueline Leiter, OSB took these photos of St. Paul's Chapel cross today, December 8th. The first is in moonlight, with the moon at center. The second is in sunlight, with the sun at center. #stpaulsmonastery #sistersofstbenedict #feastoftheimmaculateconception

The Silent Auction for St. Paul's Monastery is liv

The Silent Auction for St. Paul's Monastery is live for active bidding at http://bidpal.net/christmasatthemonastery2022!

Bids are pouring in for exceptional experiences (Breezy Point Cabins, Hot Air Balloon Rides, dog sitting by Sister Linda, and more), wine and liquor (Angel's Envy whiskey in personalized Monastery bottles), several fantastic gift baskets, gift cards for restaurants all over the metro, and so much more. Don't miss out on fantastic gift ideas for the whole family at http://bidpal.net/christmasatthemonastery2022.

Bidding is open until Saturday, December 10 at 7:15pm.

Happy Birthday to Sister Andriette Schommer & Sist

Happy Birthday to Sister Andriette Schommer & Sister Andrine Schommer!

Join the Sisters of St. Paul’s Monastery for the

Join the Sisters of St. Paul’s Monastery for the 15th Christmas at the Monastery!

Follow this link for more information and to register or donate: https://www.stpaulsmonastery.org/christmas-at-the-monastery-2022/

December 3-10, Online Silent Auction
December 3, 9:00am Online Advent Retreat with Father Joncas
December 4, Livestream of 11:00am Mass and 5:00pm Evening Prayer
December 6 all day online fundraiser for the mission and ministries of the Sisters
December 8, Livestream of 11:30am Mass with Bishop Williams and 5:00pm Evening Prayer
December 10, 6:00-7:30pm festive in-person wine and cheese at the Monastery with the Sisters ($50 ticket)

The Sisters, Associates, and Oblates of St. Paul’s Monastery pray that the days of Advent longing may open all hearts to God's mercy and love.

Happy Thanksgiving! The Sisters of St. Paul’s Mo

Happy Thanksgiving! The Sisters of St. Paul’s Monastery would like to give a special thank you to all the donors who have contributed to St. Paul’s Monastery. Our prayers and blessings are with you.

Join us as we pray for the offerings given to us: God our Father, From whose hand we have received generous gifts so that we might learn to share your blessings in gratitude, accept these gifts of bread and wine, and let the perfect sacrifice of Jesus draw us closer to all our brothers and sisters in the human family. Through Christ our Lord. Amen. -Give Us This Day (Liturgical Press)

As you think about how you will give today we hope

As you think about how you will give today we hope you'll consider a donation to the Sisters of St. Paul's Monastery. The kitchen in the Healthcare Center is in need of renovation. Help us kickstart this effort and make our goal today!

Did you know you can even make a donation with your Venmo or Paypal (in addition to credit/debit cards) on https://www.givemn.org/organization/Stpaulsmonastery?

Every dollar matters and makes an impact! Thank you for your generosity toward our Sisters in Healthcare!

Let us all rejoice in the Lord celebrating the fea

Let us all rejoice in the Lord celebrating the feast
in honor of all the saints,
in which solemnity the angels rejoice,
while the Archangels praise the Son of God.

Ring out your joy to the lord, O you just;
for praise is fitting for loyal hearts.

Introit for the Solemnity of All Saints

Art: "One World" by John Ilg, 2015. Used with permission.

The Silent Auction for Christmas at the Monastery

The Silent Auction for Christmas at the Monastery is December 3-11 with all proceeds benefiting the mission and ministries of the Sisters of St. Paul’s Monastery.

The Sisters are seeking donations! Could you donate tickets to a MN Wild game or the Minnesota Opera or Orchestra? Or do you have an idea for a fun gift basket? Contact Jason Wittak (jwittak@stpaulsmonastery.org) today to help make this year’s auction a huge success.

#christmas #monastery #silentauction #fundraiser #stpaul #benedictine #sisters

Today’s #glimpse features a slideshow collage fr

Today’s #glimpse features a slideshow collage from our first ever Animal Blessing Ceremony that took place on October 2 on the Monastery grounds in front of the statue of St. Francis! Check out some of the fun photos we captured! The Sisters had a great time seeing old and new friends – including furry friends! Thank you to everyone who attended and special thanks to our wonderful volunteers and Mission Advancement staff who made this event possible!

#stpaulsmonastery #glimpsesofthemonastery #glimpsesoutsidethemonastery #stfrancis #saintfrancis #stfrancisofassisi #saintfrancisofassisi #petblessingceremony #petblessing #animalblessingceremony #animalblessing #dogs #dogblessing #monastery #monasterygrounds #spm #missionadvancement #volunteers

“I’m so glad I live in a world where there are

“I’m so glad I live in a world where there are Octobers.”

– L.M. Montgomery, Anne of Green Gables

#fall #fallquote #quote #quotepost #october #octoberquote #anneofgreengables #lmmontgomery

Happy Friday from the Sisters of St. Paul’s Mona

Happy Friday from the Sisters of St. Paul’s Monastery!

Pictured here is a group of Sisters with a special guest back in June of 2017, stopping by for a Community Retreat, Father Joseph Feders. We love having friends visit the Sisters!

Left to right: Sister Mary White, Sister Virginia Matter, Father Joseph Feders, Sister Mary Lou Dummer, Sister Paula Hagen, and Sister Louise Inhofer.

All are welcome to St. Paul’s Monastery! We shar

All are welcome to St. Paul’s Monastery! We share our monastic home and peaceful grounds with persons of all faiths, cultural traditions, and races, to "listen with the ear of your heart" to wherever God is calling you.

Come visit St. Paul’s Monastery and pray with our Sisters. As a matter of love for the vulnerable members of the Monastery and the wider community, we require our guests to wear a mask when attending Eucharist, Word Communion Services or the liturgy of the Hours in chapel.

Please call the front desk at St. Paul’s Monastery (www.stpaulsmonastery.org), at 651-777-8181 to arrange your visit.

“All are welcomed as Christ.” Pictured here is

“All are welcomed as Christ.” Pictured here is the flag that hug from the bell tower at St. Paul’s Monastery in 2017 in honor of Christmas at the Monastery.

We are excited for this year’s Christmas at the Monastery, which will highlight an online silent auction, a virtual advent retreat, “Celebrating the Season” event, and more. Stay tuned for more information!

Support this event by donating today! Learn more at www.stpaulsmonastery.org/support/donate-now/.

Did you know St. Paul’s Monastery has an art gal

Did you know St. Paul’s Monastery has an art gallery that is open to the public? Currently, @Northstar Watermedia Society is on display until November 3 featuring 50 paintings from various artists supporting an inclusive community. The art gallery is open daily from 9am – 5pm; masks and proof of vaccination required. We hope to see you!

For more information on St. Paul’s Monastery’s art gallery, visit www.stpaulsmonastery.org/about/art-gallery/.

“Now that we have asked God who will dwell in th

“Now that we have asked God who will dwell in the holy tent, we have heard the instruction for dwelling in it, but only if we fulfill the obligations of those who live there. We must, then prepare our hearts and bodies for the battle of holy obedience to God’s instruction. What is not possible to us by nature, let us ask the Holy One to supply by the help of grace.”

- The Rule of Benedict, Prologue.

How may we pray for you? October 18 is #NationalPr

How may we pray for you? October 18 is #NationalPrayerDay and the Sisters of St. Paul’s Monastery would like to take this opportunity to join you as you present the concerns and hopes for you, your family, and the circumstances of your life to God.

Comment below or make a private request here: www.stpaulsmonastery.org/ministries/prayer-requests/.

#stpaulsmonastery #monastery #prayer #prayerrequest #benedictinesisters #sistersofstpaulsmonastery #spm #prayerday

“For everything there is a season, and a time fo

“For everything there is a season, and a time for every matter under heaven:
a time to be born, and a time to die;
a time to plant, and a time to pluck up what is planted;
a time to kill, and a time to heal;
a time to break down, and a time to build up;
a time to weep, and a time to laugh;
a time to mourn, and a time to dance;
a time to cast away stones, and a time to gather stones together;
a time to embrace, and a time to refrain from embracing;
a time to seek, and a time to lose;
a time to keep, and a time to cast away;
a time to rend, and a time to sew;
a time to keep silence, and a time to speak;
a time to love, and a time to hate;
a time for war, and a time for peace.”

- Ecclesiastes 3:1-8 (RSVCE)

#stpaulsmonastery #scripturepost #scripture #fall #ecclesiastes #seasonforeverything #heaven #reflection

“The grass withers, the flower fades; but the wo

“The grass withers, the flower fades;
but the word of our God will stand forever.”

- Isaiah 40:8 (NRSVCE)

#scripture #stpaulsmonastery #Isaiah #autumn #fall #godwillstandforever

Pictured here is the statute of Our Lady of Fatima

Pictured here is the statute of Our Lady of Fatima located in the grotto in the back of St. Paul’s Monastery. Our grotto provides a peaceful space under the trees where you can feel comfortable and protected from the harsh realities of the outside. This spot is a great place for reading, writing, reflection, and visiting with friends.

Relax and pray with us today by visiting our website at www.stpaulsmonastery.org.

#stpaulsmonastery #glimpse #glimpsesofthemonastery #glimpsesoutsidethemonastery #statute #ourladyoffatima #grotto #stpaulsmonasterygrotto #peaceful #reading #writing #reflection #visitingwithfriends

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